Travel Deals For Expectant Parents

I’ve written about Babymoons in previous blogs, but this is one deal for expectant parents that’s hard to pass up. First, the setting is hard to beat—Honolulu, Hawaii. If you can’t find serenity in this island paradise then you may be in for a real shocker when your new bundle of joy arrives. Second: Free goodies. Here are the details on the hotel deal: W Honolulu Diamond Head (located at the end of Waikiki) is offering a “Baby Me” travel package for parents-to-be. It includes room, daily breakfast, and a gift basket filled with essentials for your new arrival. The … Continue reading

Planning a Vacation Before the Baby Arrives

Many couples choose to take a vacation during pregnancy. This will be your last chance to get away alone for quite some time. Once the baby is born, planning a vacation gets much more complicated. As the baby grows, vacations are often centered around kid friendly destinations, such as Disney World. Some travel companies offer vacation packages targeted at couples expecting a new baby. Most of these aren’t much different from a typical couple’s vacation. You may want to use this service, or just plan your own trip. The choice is yours. Browse the internet for the best deal on … Continue reading

The Marathon of Motherhood

Welcome new moms to the marathon that is called motherhood. Dads, you are more than welcome to the club too. Your baby was born and your entire life changed. As much as you may prepare throughout your pregnancy, devouring all those what to expect when you are expecting articles – for some reason, we don’t always find the articles that describe just how different your life will be when that bundle of joy arrives. The First Few Weeks Whether you take a babymoon during the first few weeks after your baby is born, it is not atypical for new parents … Continue reading

What is a babymoon?

You’ve heard of a honeymoon. Well, now, make room for the “babymoon.” It’s a new trend, common among first-time-parents-to-be, who see it as one of the last vacations they’ll take before “baby makes three.” The term “babymoon,” was coined by British author and childbirth educator Sheila Kitzinger, who defines it as the important time a family spends together alone during a baby’s first few days of life. However, the travel industry has it’s own take on the “babymoon.” They see it as a way to appeal to a specialized market. A huge market, in fact, considering approximately 6 million pregnancies … Continue reading